The Conservative Party of Canada is distancing itself from supporters who question the accuracy of federal election polls. Leader Pierre Poilievre stated that he will accept the results of the April 28th election regardless of the outcome.
At recent rallies, supporters displayed signs and wore shirts questioning the polls' reliability, particularly as Mark Carney's Liberal party gained ground after an initial Conservative lead. Some attendees at Poilievre's rallies expressed doubts about the polls' objectivity.
The Conservative Party spokesperson clarified that the signs and shirts were not official campaign materials. Mr. Poilievre confirmed he would accept the election outcome, emphasizing the choice between another Liberal term or a Conservative government focused on economic policies.
The Conservative Party announced a plan to incentivize municipalities in building more affordable homes. However, Conservative strategist Kory Teneycke criticized the party's campaign strategy, suggesting it missed opportunities and had committed significant errors. Mr. Teneycke believes the campaign's loss of a substantial initial lead will be studied extensively.
Mark Carney also affirmed his commitment to accepting the election results, contrasting what he characterized as the Conservative party’s reliance on American political strategies with a fair and open Canadian election process.